1. Dating PS 37:4

2. Dating Purpose Dating has only one purpose; to find a spouse. Gen. 2:18

3. Common Ground A true genuine Apostolic Convictions (spiritual) Ethics (secular) right or wrong Level of maturity (spiritual and emotional) II Cor 6:14

4. Infatuation vs Love Sudden Emotional Idealistic Taking External Lack of commitment Gradual Consistent Realistic Giving Internal Commitment Prov 4:23

5. Prospective Date/Spouse Prov 13:20 Student of the Bible An active prayer life Approval of significant people Manages money well Courteous to all Maintains eye contact

6. Continue Demonstrates wisdom Demonstrates good ethics Demonstrates self-control Demonstrates a following through Demonstrates a desire for what is best for me Has a good reputations for keeping commitments